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Board hears about Sugar Maple Festival safety plans; city and festival committee coordinating barriers
Summary
Board members asked whether the City and the Sugar Maple Festival Committee planned security measures for the upcoming Sugar Maple Festival; staff said the city and the contracted festival committee are meeting about safety and that physical barriers will be used.
Members of the City of Bellbrook Village Review Board asked about public-safety precautions for the Sugar Maple Festival during the Feb. 4 meeting.
A board member asked whether the festival organizers were taking preemptive steps to prevent vehicle attacks or other incidents common at large public gatherings. A staff member responded that the city and the Sugar Maple Festival Committee, the city's contracted partner to manage the event, are meeting and will continue to meet regarding safety protocols. The staff member said there will be physical barriers in place for the festival.
Board members noted the need for visible precautions given recent events elsewhere and confirmed the committee and city staff are coordinating plans.
No additional specifics about barrier types, staffing levels, security contracts or permits were provided in the meeting transcript. The board did not take formal action on the festival safety protocols during the meeting; staff reported continuing planning and meetings with the festival committee.
